WAFROEX Donates 100 New Beehives to Strengthen Apiculture Development in FUNAAB
WAFROEX, a leading multinational apiculture and agro-allied organisation powered by Goldswarm, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation and sustainability at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) with the donation of 100 new beehives and 25 stands to support apiculture development within the University. Speaking during the presentation, WAFROEX Project Manager, Mr. Abdulrahman […]
Don Seeks Innovative Financing to Empower Nigerian Farmers
… As FUNAAB Holds 105th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A distinguished expert in agricultural finance and policy, Prof. Dorcas Adegbite, has called for the adoption of innovative and inclusive agricultural financing models to break the persistent barriers hindering Nigerian farmers from accessing timely and adequate funding for agricultural expansion. Delivering the […]
Fallout of Governing Council’s Inspection: FUNAAB’s Modern Abattoir Set to Commence Operations Soon
… Poised to Serve as a Training, Research, Commercial Hub By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to commence operations at its modern abattoir nearing completion, a facility designed to promote hygienic meat processing, research, and training in line with global best practices. The announcement came as […]
Fallout of Governing Council’s Inspection:
FUNAAB, Musarchy Farms Harvest Success in 7-Hectare Cassava Project —A Model of Research-Driven Agriculture, Productive Partnerships By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada In a strong demonstration of the power of research-based agriculture and strategic partnerships, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and Musarchy Farms have commenced a large-scale harvest and sales of cassava cultivated […]
“We Cannot Feed Ourselves in Our Religious Houses”
… FUNAAB’s Pro-Chancellor Charges Everyone to Embrace Farming By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has urged Nigerians to take farming as a collective responsibility, stressing that […]
Corporate Social Responsibility: FUNAAB Renovates Classrooms, Donates Teaching Materials to Aaya Community School
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to community development and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by transforming the learning environment at Aaya Community Primary School, located behind Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA), through the renovation of dilapidated classrooms and the donation of vital teaching […]
FUNAAB Humboldt Kolleg 2025 Day Two: Experts Advocate Organic Farming, Policy Reforms
By Aduragbemi Oke The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has continued to set the pace in advancing agricultural innovation and food security as it hosted the second day of the 2025 Humboldt Kolleg Conference, today, September 23, 2025. The day’s sessions brought together renowned experts who called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, […]
FUNAAB Set to Institutionalise ICSS in University Curriculum
By Olaoye Oyewole & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced plans to institutionalise the Inspire-Create-Start-Scale (ICSS) entrepreneurship modules into its curriculum to strengthen enterprise development and innovation. This was affirmed today, September 15, 2025, at the Opening Ceremony of the 4-Day ICSS Train-the-Trainers Workshop, held at the Centre for Entrepreneurial […]
FUNAAB Becomes Africa’s Hub for Agroecology Leadership
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Aduragbemi Oke & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has stamped its authority as the cradle of organic agriculture in Nigeria and a rising hub for agroecology in Africa as it hosted the official opening of the Agroecology and Organic Agriculture Leadership (AOAL) Course today, September 15, 2025. The […]
CSLU Unveils Career Library for Staff, Students
By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Aduragbemi Oke In a bold step towards enhancing career readiness and professional development, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), through its Career Services and Linkages Unit (CSLU), has officially opened a Career Library dedicated to staff and students. The initiative, which reflects the visionary leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde […]
GIZ, GOPA Visit FUNAAB to Enhance Entrepreneurship Education
… Set to Train Selected FUNAAB Staff from Monday The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), today, September 12, 2025, played host to a delegation from the German Development Agency (GIZ) and GOPA Worldwide Consultants, as part of collaborative efforts to strengthen entrepreneurship education within the University. The visit came ahead of the Train-the-Trainers, Facilitators, […]
FUNAAB Hosts 2025 SIWES 3rd Quarter Zonal Supervisory Meeting
By Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) today, September 10, 2025, hosted the 2025 Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) 3rd Quarter Zonal Supervisory Meeting, reaffirming its commitment to building employable graduates through effective industry-based training. Declaring the meeting open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, the University Librarian, Prof. […]